If you are building or changing the way you use your land you may need a planning permit and/or a building approval.
Planning permits relate to the use and development of land in accordance with the planning scheme. A planning permit allows land to be subdivided, developed or used for a particular purpose, such as the use and construction of a house and any associated works; tree removal or to operate a business or other commercial activity.
Building permits relate to structures and are required to ensure a construction complies with the Building Regulations 2016.
When a planning permit is required, it will need to be approved prior to a building permit being issued. A building permit must be consistent with requirements of the planning permit.
We provide assistance and advice about construction and land use in Devonport. Prior to commencing any works talk to a planner to see if a planning permit is required, and then find a building team to discuss obtaining a building permit.
Discretionary planning permit applications Discretionary planning permit applications are made under section 57 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993. These are applications .
To apply for a Planning Permit you must lodge an application with Council. An application form needs to be filled in and submitted with plans .
Planning rules and zones Depending on what planning rules and zones apply to the property, a Planning Permit may be required for proposals such as .
Is there a charge for lodging a planning application? All planning applications require the payment of a fee. The fee depends upon the type and .
Tasmanian Planning Scheme The Tasmanian Planning Scheme controls the use and development within the local government area of Devonport. The planning scheme contains State and .
A guide to the planning process It is important to note that there are many variables to consider with each and every Planning Permit, and .
Regulations and Guides Planning is the name given to the regulations that guide the use and development of land. Planning is the first step in .
Short Stay Accommodation (Visitor Accommodation) Changes to the planning and building requirements governing Airbnb and other short stay visitor accommodation are now a state wide .
